Xia Yanyu pushed open the door and as soon as she entered, she was greeted with a Buddhist verse. Zen Master Wuming was taken aback for a moment, but then replied, "Miss Xia of the Xia Family, my Buddha indeed saves people in this world, that is certainly true."

"In that case..."

Xia Yanyu's lips curled into a sly smile as she said, "Now this very being is facing a threat to life, so Zen Master Wuming, do you not have a duty to save me?"

"..."

When Xia Yanyu spoke of Buddhist teachings, she clearly meant to set a trap, and now that she had gotten to the main issue, Zen Master Wuming could not help but start laughing.

"It is said that the female head of the Xia Family is skilled in debate, and seeing you today, it is indeed extraordinary."

"However, I am not the Buddha, just an old monk from the wilds, how could I possess the power to convert all beings?"

"If Miss Xia has come for this reason, then it is best for you to return."

After a few simple sentences, Zen Master Wuming lowered his eyelids and entered meditation right in front of Xia Yanyu.

This made Xia Yanyu so angry that she stomped her foot.

She had thought that her little cleverness would convince Zen Master Wuming to leave the mountain and help her, but now it seemed that Zen Master Wuming was not as easily persuaded as she had imagined...

After hesitating for a while with her lips tightly pressed, she said, "Zen Master Wuming, my Xia Family is currently at a disadvantage, and there are assassins who want mine and my sister's lives. I ask the Zen Master to give the Xia Family some face and come down the mountain to help us catch the assassin."

"Miss Xia of the Xia Family, there is no need for further persuasion. I am a person outside of worldly affairs, and all that you speak of is unrelated to me. Besides, to protect you, it's not difficult to find someone in the vastness of Jinling City."

"But..."

Xia Yanyu naturally understood this reason, but she wanted to follow the trail and catch that damned assassin to expose the instigator behind the scenes!

To do this, she needed the help of a high-ranking martial expert like Zen Master Wuming.

But Zen Master Wuming wasn't showing any sign of giving the Xia Family any face, which made Xia Yanyu's face turn red with embarrassment.

Just yesterday, she had told Xu Fan that the Xia Family's face could easily invite the strongest expert in Jinling, but now, Zen Master Wuming had just given her a stinging slap in the face!

"Zen Master Wuming..."

Xia Yanyu wanted to continue persuading, but Zen Master Wuming showed no intention of even acknowledging her at that moment.

With a sigh, Xia Yanyu resignedly turned around, ready to give up.

"Miss Xia of the Xia Family, please wait a moment."

"Hm?"

Just as she was about to step out of the door, behind her, Zen Master Wuming called out to her!

Xia Yanyu turned around joyfully and said, "Zen Master, have you changed your mind? Rest assured! As long as you can help the Xia Family get through this crisis, we will definitely repay you handsomely!"

"Miss Xia of the Xia Family, you are mistaken, I have not changed my mind. I wish to recommend someone to you..."

"Hm?"

Xia Yanyu frowned, sensing that the person Zen Master Wuming was about to recommend was no ordinary individual...

Immediately, she became serious and asked Zen Master Wuming, "May I ask who is the Zen Master thinking of recommending? Please enlighten me!"

Zen Master Wuming smiled and said, "That young benefactor, hehe, he travels through the worldly life, and is more fitting than an old monk like me. If you find him, I believe he will definitely be able to help you."

"Hm? Is that true?"

For someone to be so highly regarded by Zen Master Wuming, there would be very few in the entirety of Jinling City!

At this moment, the way he talked about this young benefactor made Xia Yanyu all the more excited!

If she could invite him, then the issue with Bingdilian and the like, wouldn't they be easily dealt with?

"Please, Zen Master Wuming, tell me how I can find him!"

Xia Yanyu asked urgently, not knowing when Bingdilian would make a move; she needed to invite the person as soon as possible!

"Well, Xiao Lan can help you. It was she who brought that young benefactor here that day."

"Hm? Xiao Lan?"

Hearing the name Xiao Lan, Xia Yanyu's eyebrows lifted in surprise.

She was not unfamiliar with this name; Xiao Lan was not part of the Xiao Family of Jinling — her origin was unclear and shrouded in mystery. Xia Yanyu had investigated her before but was unable to discover any useful information.

Having some connections with Xiao Lan, she believed that asking her to introduce her to that mysterious expert wouldn't be too much of a problem. At this thought, Xia Yanyu withdrew her contemplation and said, "I'm grateful for the Zen Master's guidance, I shall take my leave now."

After speaking, Xia Yanyu turned and was ready to leave.

Suddenly, an idea flashed through her mind, and she stopped in her tracks once again.

After hesitating for a while with her lips bitten, she asked, "Zen Master Wuming, may I know how that expert compares to yourself..."

She thought to herself that since Zen Master Wuming held him in such high regard, his strength must be at least sixty to seventy percent of the Zen Master's, right?

If that were the case, she believed that capturing the Bingdilian alive won't be too much of a problem.

Zen Master Wuming smiled faintly and said candidly, "Amitabha, this old monk is far inferior to him."

"..."

Xia Yanyu drew in a sharp breath and stood frozen in place!

The words "far inferior to him" echoed incessantly in her ears at that moment, and a sense of fear naturally arose in her heart!

As far as she knew, although Zen Master Wuming rarely took action, he was recognized by the martial families of Jinling as the number one master.

But now, this reclusive number one master was telling her that compared to that young patron, he was far inferior?

How terrifying was that!

A monster! This was definitely a monster!

From the tone of Zen Master Wuming, that person wasn't of great age, but if he was already so powerful now, then in the future...

Xia Yanyu shook her head, somewhat unable to imagine further, and even a mix of admiration, envy, and resentment began to form in her heart for such a prodigy...

"I must form a good relationship with such an expert," Xia Yanyu clenched her fists and vowed silently in her heart.

At this moment, her thoughts were not just about having him protect her and get through this difficult situation—it was that simple.

She wanted to ask him to work for her...

It had to be said, the idea was crazy and wildly imaginative, but Xia Yanyu had already made up her mind.

No matter what price the other party demanded, she would agree! Even if it meant giving up a portion of the Xia Family's assets!

She firmly believed that securing such a high person would definitely not be a losing deal!

After bidding farewell to Zen Master Wuming, and descending Qixia Mountain, Xia Yanyu called Xiao Lan.

"Hmm, Xia Yanyu?"

The call connected quickly, and upon hearing Xiao Lan's voice, Xia Yanyu let out a breath and said, "Sister Xiao Lan, can we meet now?"

"Hmm, I have some matters I'd like to inquire about."

"This?"

Xiao Lan on the other end hesitated for a while, seemingly pondering what business the spokesperson for the Xia Family could have with her.

But soon, her response was heard.

"Alright, come over now, I'm at..."

"Yes!"

After finishing the conversation with Xiao Lan, Xia Yanyu couldn't help but exclaim "Yes!" in excitement. Since taking charge of the Xia family's affairs, she had rarely been this excited.

Even if a business deal worth over a billion was concluded, she might not even raise an eyebrow.

But now?

Thinking that she would soon see the expert mentioned by Zen Master Wuming, her excitement was beyond words!

"Old Zhang! Drive quickly!"

Xia Yanyu urged impatiently!

She could hardly wait to meet that high person!

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